5 Health Benefits of Running

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For those who avoid running view it as an exhausting and painful form of
exercise which is only used effectively for losing weight or getting in
shape. However, there are multiple benefits which can improve your mood
and even lengthen your life span. While it may seem like a tedious task
for some people, knowing the positive benefits of running may cause you
to finally turn the corner.

The five benefits of running as part of your daily routine include the
following:

Improved brain performance. Exercise increases the flow of oxygen-rich blood throughout our bodies,
including our brains. This constant blood flow through the brain enables
us to maintain or even improve cognition, attention span and memory.

Reduces risk of cancer. It’s been proven that running can help prevent cancer. However,
if you already have cancer, running can actually improve your quality
of life while undergoing chemotherapy.

Running strengthens your bones and joints. If someone told you that “running is bad for your knees,”
don’t take it to heart. In fact, it actually improves knee health.

Improve your mood. If you’re having a bad day, running will boost your endocannabinoids
(the brain chemicals which signal pleasure) and make you feel positive.

Add three years to your life. People who run regularly are found to live an average of three years
longer than those who don’t. It could be as simple as running for
five minutes, or even walking for 15 minutes.